Preschools in Honolulu
12 preschools near Honolulu, HI, including Montessori and other private programs. Compare approach, tuition, hours, and location — then save your shortlist.
Montessori Community School
A long-established Montessori school in the Makiki area near Manoa, serving children from preschool through grade six.
Mo'O School
An aina-based Montessori program in Manoa Valley located at Manoa Marketplace.
Kaimuki Christian School
A Christian school in the Kaimuki neighborhood offering preschool through its broader academic program.
The Toddler Program
A nonprofit early education program in the Kaimuki neighborhood serving children ages two through five.
Diamond Head Preschool
A preschool in the Kaimuki-Diamond Head area of Honolulu.
The Cole Academy - Downtown Honolulu
An early childhood center in downtown Honolulu serving children from infancy through preschool age.
Nuuanu Baptist Church Preschool
A church-affiliated preschool in the Nuuanu neighborhood of Honolulu.
KCAA Mother Rice Preschool
A preschool operated by KCAA Preschools of Hawaii in the Moiliili area.
Central Union Church Preschool & Kindergarten
A church-affiliated preschool and kindergarten in the McCully-Moiliili area of Honolulu.
Waikiki Community Center Preschool
A community-based preschool in the Waikiki neighborhood of Honolulu.
Kama'aina Kids - Hawaii Kai Preschool
A play-based preschool located between Niu Valley and Hawaii Kai on the grounds of Holy Trinity Church.
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Preschool
A preschool on the Kamehameha Schools Kapalama campus in the Kapalama area of Honolulu.
Preschool approaches in Honolulu
The programs listed here include Montessori and play-based. New to the differences? Compare Montessori vs. play-based, read what children learn in preschool, or browse all our guides.
Montessori preschools in Honolulu
2 of the programs listed above are Montessori preschools — child-led, mixed-age classrooms with hands-on materials and long, focused work periods. New to the method? Read what Montessori is, compare Montessori vs. play-based, and see how much Montessori costs.
How much does preschool cost in Honolulu?
Preschool tuition in Honolulu depends on the program, the schedule (half-day vs. full-day), and the approach — Montessori and full-day private programs usually cost more than part-time or co-op options. Where a school publishes pricing it's shown on its listing above; otherwise ask the school for a current quote. Our guide on how much preschool costs shows how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies, TK, and Head Start that can lower it.
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Frequently asked questions
What preschool approaches are available in Honolulu?
First Cubby lists Montessori and play-based programs in Honolulu, among others. Each school's approach is shown on its listing.
How much is preschool tuition in Honolulu?
Preschool tuition in Honolulu varies widely by program, schedule (half- vs. full-day), and approach — Montessori and full-day private programs typically cost more. Pricing is shown on a listing where the school publishes it; otherwise contact the school. Our guide on how much preschool costs explains how to compare the real price, and how to afford preschool covers subsidies and free options.
Are there Montessori preschools in Honolulu?
Yes — 2 Montessori programs are listed in Honolulu above. Montessori classrooms are child-led and mixed-age with hands-on materials; see our guide on what Montessori is.
Are the preschools in Honolulu private?
Most standalone preschools in Honolulu are private (tuition-based). Free and lower-cost options can exist too — Transitional Kindergarten, state pre-K, and Head Start — which our guides on preschool cost and how to afford preschool explain.
How do I choose a preschool in Honolulu?
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